Snoring is a symptom and sign of airway obstruction. Treatments for snoring should be based on the degree of associated sleep disordered breathing, symptoms of excessive daytime somnolence and disruption to family and social life. Lifestyle interventions such as weight loss and reducing alcohol intake help. There are many treatments with varying degrees of efficacy. Continuous positive airway pressure is the gold standard treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea, but in some instances a mandibular advancement splint or a surgical approach may be required.
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